Staging a home for sale may require some extra pre-sale prep, but the time and money reap plenty of rewards. The majority of buyers’ agents (82%) said that staging makes it easier for buyers to visualize a property as their future home, according to a survey by the National Association of Realtors. Nearly a quarter (23%) of buyers’ and sellers’ agents said that a staged home received an offer 1% to 5% higher than a similar home that hadn’t been staged and 18% of sellers’ agents said the value of a staged home was 6% to 10% higher. In addition, 31% of agents said that staging decreased the days a home spent on the market.

Whether you’re new to homeownership or are a repeat buyer, you may not be aware of all the financing options available to help you purchase a home. While meeting with a lender to discuss your individual circumstances is highly recommended, you probably want to know a little about loan programs in advance, so you know what questions to ask.

If you’ve been in the market for a home in the past year you know that mortgage rates have climbed quickly in recent months. Average mortgage rates for 30-year fixed-rate loans were under 3% for much of 2021, according to data from Freddie Mac. By mid-April 2022 rates climbed above 5%.

If you feel a bit of whiplash trying to keep up with housing market shifts over the past few years, you’re not alone. Real estate agents, buyers and sellers have been buffeted by rising home prices, low inventory, heated competition, new migration trends and, more recently, a quick increase in mortgage rates. As an agent, you can put national housing market trends into context for your local market and provide individualized insight and advice for your clients.

Maximize the profit of your home by making key renovations to increase your bottom line before listing it on the market.

Learn how to increase your home value and maximize your return on investment by taking advantage of 5 easy and affordable renovation solutions.

There are big and small projects alike that have the potential to increase your home’s value. Here are 6 tried and true improvements to put on your list.

Marketing your house for sale is both an art and a science. By knowing what not to do, you can attract more buyers.

Many homeowners are hesitant to sell due to the uncertainty of finding another house. The Trade Up program helps owners buy their dream home in cash, relieving the anxiety of selling without a place to live. Learn more here.

The demand for contractors has never been greater. One way to stand out from the competition is to partner with home concierge services. Here’s what a contractor learned from working with us.

Brokerages across the country are beginning to partner with home concierge providers. This emergence shows a huge shift in long term thinking that emphasizes customized solutions for all. Here’s why brokerages are doubling down on home concierge.

Do you plan on selling your house? With millennial buyers entering the market, turnkey homes are becoming increasingly more popular. Understanding these characteristics will set you up for success.